I went backpacking through Europe for two weeks and traveled by train through four countries. The trip left me thinking about how backpacking compares to traveling with a carry-on suitcase. A backpack ...

Backpacks are the perfect portable luggage that you can take almost everywhere, but do you need a top-loading pack, or a ...

From overcrowded tourist attractions to sleepless train nights and soreness, backpacking in Europe may not be as glamorous as ...

I managed to fit all my clothes and gear into one backpack — but I made some mistakes along the way. When my partner and I were planning a 23-day, four-country trip to Europe, I knew the amount of ...

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I backpacked across six cities and four countries in Europe in 2022, including Berlin and Zurich. I booked two Airbnbs in the suburbs to save money, and the towns surprised me. These crowd-free places ...